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Re: Ford's Mock Draft 1.0

I think if we can get a PG this offseason (either draft or FA) we move Hill to SG. A young PG could come in here and if he is moldable, he could change the current offensive culture.

I don't see the point of that at all. Since the all-star break the offense has been running at a similar efficiency as the Clippers 8th ranked offense. So I don't see a need to revamp the offense, as far as the starters go.

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If he can play defense, and finish around the rim I would be ok with him as a back-up. He does need to put on some muscle, I wouldn't stash him away in Europe though, if we draft him bring him over immediately. Have him and Hibbert work out together in the offseason doing all of those MMA workouts. The sooner he gets acclimated to the NBA the better. Just have to remember he will be coming here as a back-up, so you wouldn't necessarily be expecting him to be a complete player, and if he can do one thing, defense, at a high level you have a pretty good back-up as long as he isn't a complete detriment on offense. If he is shooting 74% that tells me he is well aware of his weaknesses, and doesn't try to play outside his strengths. A good attribute for any player, but especially for a back-up.

He doesn't have the body yet, but we also already have Ian. So he wouldn't be expected to come in and play immediately. It would give him time to develop his body, and other skills. Then when he is ready Ian would be on the final year or two of his contract, making him good trade bait.

Also think about this, we would have four 7 footers on our team. If Plumlee becomes useful no one will be able to really compete with our size as we could have a front court line-up consisting of a 6'10 SF, 7' PF, and 7'2 C. Then we still have a 7'1 guy with a freakish wingspan stashed away on our bench. The only problem is I wouldn't trust either Plumlee or this guy to develop a good offensive game, meaning we would still have little to no post offense off the bench.

I agree with several of your points, Eleazar. Gobert can play defense. He has the insticts to be an amazing shot-blocker. But he is not a good post defender due to his weight. He is too thin to guard an NBA big in the post. On the other hand, he is mobile and can be a good PnR defender. So, he would give us some certain advantages.

He can also finish around the rim. But can he do it through contact? That's the thing that scares me. Hibbert is missing several lay-ups due to a weaker base (compared to his upper body). But Hibbert's base is like a trunk in front of Gobert's. At least, the current Gobert that I have seen in videos. The best thing that could happen to him was to gain weight without losing mobility. If he can do that, he will be useful.

If then he can acquire some offensive skills (passing, jump shot or post moves) then he will be golden.

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I agree with several of your points, Eleazar. Gobert can play defense. He has the insticts to be an amazing shot-blocker. But he is not a good post defender due to his weight. He is too thin to guard an NBA big in the post. On the other hand, he is mobile and can be a good PnR defender. So, he would give us some certain advantages.

He can also finish around the rim. But can he do it through contact? That's the thing that scares me. Hibbert is missing several lay-ups due to a weaker base (compared to his upper body). But Hibbert's base is like a trunk in front of Gobert's. At least, the current Gobert that I have seen in videos. The best thing that could happen to him was to gain weight without losing mobility. If he can do that, he will be useful.

If then he can acquire some offensive skills (passing, jump shot or post moves) then he will be golden.

Yeah, his build is defiantly a concern which is part of why I would want him to get over here ASAP so that he can start getting used to the more physical nature of NBA basketball.

As far as Hibbert goes, I doubt that has anything to do with strength or base. I think Hibbert just has bad balance, so while a concern I would not expect him to need to have as strong of base as Hibbert.

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And by trade for him, I mean we're going to trade the Eric Gordon rumors and speculation for Oladipo rumors and speculation.

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Re: Ford's Mock Draft 1.0

Yeah, his build is defiantly a concern which is part of why I would want him to get over here ASAP so that he can start getting used to the more physical nature of NBA basketball.

As far as Hibbert goes, I doubt that has anything to do with strength or base. I think Hibbert just has bad balance, so while a concern I would not expect him to need to have as strong of base as Hibbert.

Well, I think that Hibbert's upper body is stronger than his lower body this season which did not happen during last season and that this affected his balance. But that's just me. He could simply have bad balance xD

I agree that Gobert will have to come over to the NBA immediatedly. I am quite sure that he is going to do just that.

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Autonomy must return into the hands of the people.

At this point, he is only a shot-blocker and a PnR finisher. He is quite thin (235 lbs according to DX) although he is lately looking to add some weight. He is very willing to come and play in the NBA.

The problem with Gobert is that he is going to be drafted solely because of his athletic potential, which is enormous. He has not developed basketball skills yet.

I wouldn't mind him at our pick. He is good value for late 1st. But I've seen several mock drafts that have him slated to go top 10. That would be a major mistake, imo.

This is why some Team will reach and draft him.....some Team ALWAYS drafts based off of potential, athleticsm and wingspan.

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Stupid question, but I recognize a lot of the famous last names of some of these players....McAdoo, Glen Rice JR and Glenn Robinson III. Is McAdoo related to Bob McAdoo? Looks like a lot of the sons of former NBA Players in the 70s and 80s are getting to the NBA.

Re: Ford's Mock Draft 1.0

Stupid question, but I recognize a lot of the famous last names of some of these players....McAdoo, Glen Rice JR and Glenn Robinson III. Is McAdoo related to Bob McAdoo? Looks like a lot of the sons of former NBA Players in the 70s and 80s are getting to the NBA.

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This is why some Team will reach and draft him.....some Team ALWAYS drafts based off of potential, athleticsm and wingspan.

I'm afraid that some team is going to reach and draft him in the top 10 just like you say. That's exactly what the Wizards did with Vesely. If he goes top 10 then I'm afraid that he's going to be considered a bust.

He is really raw as a basketball player. He shouldn't go that high (again, just like Vesely). He has the potential to be a very fine player in this league but I'm going to be sad if people start considering him a bust just because he got overdrafted.

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Autonomy must return into the hands of the people.

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I'm afraid that some team is going to reach and draft him in the top 10 just like you say. That's exactly what the Wizards did with Vesely. If he goes top 10 then I'm afraid that he's going to be considered a bust.

He is really raw as a basketball player. He shouldn't go that high (again, just like Vesely). He has the potential to be a very fine player in this league but I'm going to be sad if people start considering him a bust just because he got overdrafted.

Makes you wonder how many basketball Players that were drafted too high wouldn't have done better being drafted lower, being put in the right system/Coach and path for proper basketball development.

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I could see a couple of the teams in the top 10 trading their pick. The Cavs can get a vet for 1 year in hopes for Lebron, the Pelicans could use a veteran as well, and the Thunder I see as being like the Patriots of the NBA; just continue to gather and stash picks.

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I was looking at the draft-express mockdraft and they had us taking a 6'7'' point guard (Lew Westermann), although he is also a part of the international game, seems interesting, since there aren't that many tall point guards. Reading his profile made it seem though he isn't very athletic, so not sure if he would translate into the NBA.

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NO PROJECTS! We have one now in Plumlee that is going to take years to get any contribution from.

LOL! That some would rather draft a long term project when they already have one in Plumlee than trade the pick in a package for help next season and in the future. Just SMH.

A long term project in Gobert would hopefully yield successful results when he's like 23 or 24, which Plumlee already is. I like Plumlee... Not where we picked him really... But I don't mind him. But I'd take Gobert and his potential over Plumlee for sure.

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Helped Pulp gain some confidence. I know he and Gobert are not both apples, but I wouldn't say it's completely useless.

Yeah, my thanks were based on agreeing that it doesn't simulate the NBA and isn't good for teaching the "game". It's good for a guy that needs reps and individual game improvements or confidence. This is why it was such a good fit for OJ.

But rotations, floor spacing, etc, you aren't learning the "game" in that way. That's what keeps the D-league from being the MLB farm system where development targets and levels are clearly defined.